Scientist

Title: Scientist

Report: Senior Scientist or Principal Scientist

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Position Type: Full Time, Exempt

Travel: Occasional (0-10%)

Company Summary

VintaBio is a technology company focused on simplifying AAV and lentivirus production. Our custom research and development approach is designed to integrate into services, including platform bridging, GLP toxicology material, and GMP manufacturing. Our research core produces high-yield and world-class POC vectors. Through a comprehensive production workflow that utilizes VintaBio's proprietary cell lines and transfection reagents, we expedite the path to the clinic, offer more reliable manufacturing, and improve economics.

Position Summary

This position is part of the Technology and Manufacturing team responsible for VintaBio technology development, process development, and both non-GMP and GMP manufacturing. A Scientist is a mid-level individual with understanding of cell/molecular biology and previous experience in either upstream or downstream biopharmaceutical processing. A Scientist is responsible for hands-on execution of experiments and production batches, as well as authoring experimental protocols, SOPs, and batch documents. A Scientist is expected to independently complete objectives given by Senior/Principal Scientist, serve as a role model to junior scientists, collaborate cross-functionally, and provide support with any other technology, process development, and manufacturing needs.

Key Responsibilities

To perform in this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each key responsibility satisfactorily.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs.

• Independently contribute to technology/process development and manufacturing activities for specific bioprocessing steps, ensuring delivery in alignment with VintaBio strategy
• Support Senior/Principal Scientist with experimental design, execution and data analysis, effectively communicating technical results to management
• Author protocols, SOPs, and batch documents to ensure the successful execution of activities related to technology development, process development, and both non-GMP and GMP manufacturing
• Perform as a Subject Matter Expert on a cross-functional team to execute client projects
• Work closely with suppliers and other partners to drive forward technology development initiatives
• Serve as a good financial steward to the Technology and Manufacturing team at VintaBio and help to implement budgetary adherence and financial governance
• Coach and train junior scientists/employees on activities and documentation related to technology development, process development, and both non-GMP and GMP manufacturing team operations.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Biological Engineering, Biotechnology, Biology, Biochemistry, or other related field. Master’s preferred.
• 1 - 2 years of industry or academic experience in combination with Bachelor’s or Master’s degree.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Experience with methodologies used for upstream or downstream viral vector production in either industry or academia
• Experience in experimental design, execution, and data analysis
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and technical writing skills
• Innovative and creative mindset, with problem solving capabilities
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 30lbs
• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods
• Excellent manual dexterity and ability to perform repetitive movements with fingers/hands

Other Physical Requirements: PPE and gown training will be required as this individual will be required to enter into Laboratory and Cleanroom areas.

Work Environment: Work is performed primarily onsite in Philadelphia. 50% or more of the time, this role is in the laboratory.

VintaBio’s Benefits

In addition to good working conditions and competitive pay, it is VintaBio’s policy to provide a comprehensive benefits package that provides access to plans which support the overall wellbeing of our employees and their dependents. These benefits include, but are not limited to, health care coverage (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), a retirement plan that includes a 401K, Life Insurance options, Disability coverage, paid time-off, and more.

How to Apply

Qualified applicants should submit their resume with a cover letter outlining their qualifications to Human Resources via email at hr@vintabio.com.

VintaBio does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibility, personal appearance, genetic information, matriculation, political affiliation, or any other status protected under law.